AudioQuest

NRG-Z3

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$230.97 $829.95 In stock

Category: Power Cables

Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) Conductors

The astonishingly smooth and pure Perfect-Surface processed conductors minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries and surface discontinuities that exist in any metal conductor.



Semi-Solid Concentric Conductors

In our Semi-Solid Concentric conductor topology, strands are packed more tightly and never change position within the bundle, significantly reducing strand-interaction distortion.



ZERO-Tech

While many AC power cables feature low DC resistance in order to accommodate the demand for high current, a cable’s characteristic impedance is also crucial for optimal performance. Unlike most AC cables that constrict or compress an audio-provoked transient, AudioQuest AC cables combine low DC resistance and zero (no) characteristic impedance in order to deliver uncompressed transients on demand.



RF/ND-Tech

AC Ground wires may provide protection from an electrical short circuit, but they also act as an antenna. Thus, they are subject to induced radio-frequency (RF) noise. This RF noise bypasses component power supplies and is typically coupled directly into a system’s most sensitive audio/video circuits. AudioQuest’s RF/ND-Tech greatly reduces this distortion, yielding unprecedented levels of noise dissipation across the widest bandwidth (range) of radio frequencies possible. Our unique circuit topology uses a common-mode phase-cancelling array, in concert with proprietary dielectric materials which provide additional differential linear filtering. US Patent # 8,988,168.



Silver-Plated Drain Wires

Direction-controlled Silver-Plated shield conductors efficiently drain RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground via the third “ground” pin. The net result is powerful, dynamic, and immersive.



Direction-Controlled Conductors

All drawn metal strands or conductors have a non-symmetrical, and therefore directional, grain structure. AudioQuest controls the resulting RF impedance variation so that noise is drained away from where it will cause distortion. The correct direction is determined by listening to every batch of metal conductors used in every AudioQuest audio cable. When applicable, arrows are clearly marked on the connectors to ensure superior sound quality. For most models of AQ cable, the arrows not only indicate the direction that optimizes metal-directionality as part of Noise-Dissipation, but also indicates non-symmetrical attachment of shield and GND in order to optimize full-system performance. A fundamental aspect of AudioQuest's multifaceted Noise-Dissipation technology, Direction-Controlled Conductors ensure induced noise is dissipated and drained properly.



  • Perfect Surface Copper Conductors: The astonishingly smooth and pure Perfect-Surface processed conductors minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries and surface discontinuities that exist in any metal conductor.
  • Zero Tech: While many AC power cables feature low DC resistance in order to accommodate the demand for high current, a cable’s characteristic impedance is also crucial for optimal performance. Unlike most AC cables that constrict or compress an audio-provoked transient, AudioQuest AC cables combine low DC resistance and zero (no) characteristic impedance in order to deliver uncompressed transients on demand.
  • Semi Solid Concentric Conductors: In our Semi-Solid Concentric conductor topology, strands are packed more tightly and never change position within the bundle, significantly reducing strand-interaction distortion.
  • Silver Plated Drain Wires: Direction-controlled Silver-Plated shield conductors efficiently drain RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground via the third “ground” pin. The net result is powerful, dynamic, and immersive.
  • Enhanced Audio Experience: NRG-Z3 enables high-quality sound for a superior entertainment experience.
  • Noise-Dissipation Technology: Minimizes interference for quiet backgrounds.
  • High-Quality Materials and Design: High-purity conductor metal and noise-dissipation technology ensure minimal distortion.
  • Versatile Connectivity: Outstanding upgrade for DACs, powered desktop speakers, game consoles, streamers, and more.
  • Durable and Reliable Design: Built to withstand everyday use, ensuring consistent performance.
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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Edward ★★★★★

Swapped out my old generic cable for this PSC+ one and the background noise floor dropped noticeably—really brings out the subtle details in quieter passages.

Kevin Q. ★★★★★

Noticed my amp runs noticeably cooler since I put this on, and the PSC+ conductors seem to keep things cleaner in the upper mids. Bass feels a touch tighter too. Wasn't expecting much from a cable, honestly.

Ellie ★★★★★

Swapped the stock cable on my turntable for this and the noise floor dropped noticeably — quieter backgrounds, cleaner highs. The Perfect-Surface copper conductors seem to do exactly what they claim about reducing distortion. Two weeks in and I'm still picking out details I'd never noticed before.